Agriculture Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Washington
Washington state's agriculture industry spans apple and hop production in the Yakima Valley, dairy operations across the Columbia Basin, and seafood processing along the coast, creating consistent demand for skilled workers. Major employers like Tree Top, Stemilt Growers, and Washington Dairy Federation have sponsored Green Card petitions for agricultural roles ranging from agronomists to farm managers.
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The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
SUMMARY
This role directs and coordinates the instrumentation, electronics, computer and electrical needs of the total operation to ensure maximum operating efficiency in a safe, cost effective and timely manner. This role is accountable for the maintaining, upgrading, continued operation of the electrical, instrumentation and control, the computer systems of the facility and in keeping up to date with the latest technology in the field of electronics. This role trains and manages the electrical and process control staff in a participative management style to ensure the quality, quantity of work performance and development of subordinates meets the necessary requirements to meet operational goals.
The position supports a facility that operates 24/7. The expectation for this role is that the Electrical Supervisor is always on call, provides weekend support, and off hours as needed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains a positive professional relationship with all contractors and equipment manufacturers. Ensures that the Plant Policies, Procedures and Union contracts are administered and followed in a fair and consistent manner.
- Is responsible to attend and participate in training activities appropriate to the position and to incorporate acquired skills and knowledge.
- Is responsible for identifying the training needs of subordinates, ensuring their participation in appropriate training activities, and reinforcing subordinate’s skill development with coaching, feedback and recognition.
- Is accountable for identifying potential capital projects and repair jobs, and new projects in his/her area.
- Ensures the parts inventory for electrical, instrumentation, computer equipment is adequate to meet maintenance needs.
- Directs the electronic, electrical and PLC/HMI function to assure the maximum operating efficiencies are maintained to meet minimal downtime, quality, volume, grade, yield, safety performance and cost control.
- Provide technical support to ensure the Floor level controls, SCADA and other information systems provide the necessary information to operate efficiently.
- Work with operations and maintenance personnel to ensure that all plant systems are operating efficiently within their limits. Is accountable for the electrical, instrumentation, computer portion of the maintenance budget.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years related experience and/or training
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
- Journeyman License preferred but not required
OTHER INFORMATION
- Have experience and/or training in Programmable Logic Controller, Human machine Interfaces, Instrumentation (4-20 ma loops, 110 V AC, 24V DC, analog) and network communications; read and understand single line schematics and drawings.
JOB REQUISITION ID: 26763
TRAVEL REQUIRED: Less than 10%
PAY GRADE: Global Grade 4
LOCATION(S): GF Plant - Moses Lake
COUNTRY: United States
WAGE RANGE OR RATE OF PAY: $90K - $105K annually. Plus annual incentive plan eligibility
The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Attractive total rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) savings plan
- Paid Family Building Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
- Education Assistance
- Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com
The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.
INTRODUCTION
The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
SUMMARY
This role directs and coordinates the instrumentation, electronics, computer and electrical needs of the total operation to ensure maximum operating efficiency in a safe, cost effective and timely manner. This role is accountable for the maintaining, upgrading, continued operation of the electrical, instrumentation and control, the computer systems of the facility and in keeping up to date with the latest technology in the field of electronics. This role trains and manages the electrical and process control staff in a participative management style to ensure the quality, quantity of work performance and development of subordinates meets the necessary requirements to meet operational goals.
The position supports a facility that operates 24/7. The expectation for this role is that the Electrical Supervisor is always on call, provides weekend support, and off hours as needed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains a positive professional relationship with all contractors and equipment manufacturers. Ensures that the Plant Policies, Procedures and Union contracts are administered and followed in a fair and consistent manner.
- Is responsible to attend and participate in training activities appropriate to the position and to incorporate acquired skills and knowledge.
- Is responsible for identifying the training needs of subordinates, ensuring their participation in appropriate training activities, and reinforcing subordinate’s skill development with coaching, feedback and recognition.
- Is accountable for identifying potential capital projects and repair jobs, and new projects in his/her area.
- Ensures the parts inventory for electrical, instrumentation, computer equipment is adequate to meet maintenance needs.
- Directs the electronic, electrical and PLC/HMI function to assure the maximum operating efficiencies are maintained to meet minimal downtime, quality, volume, grade, yield, safety performance and cost control.
- Provide technical support to ensure the Floor level controls, SCADA and other information systems provide the necessary information to operate efficiently.
- Work with operations and maintenance personnel to ensure that all plant systems are operating efficiently within their limits. Is accountable for the electrical, instrumentation, computer portion of the maintenance budget.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years related experience and/or training
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
- Journeyman License preferred but not required
OTHER INFORMATION
- Have experience and/or training in Programmable Logic Controller, Human machine Interfaces, Instrumentation (4-20 ma loops, 110 V AC, 24V DC, analog) and network communications; read and understand single line schematics and drawings.
JOB REQUISITION ID: 26763
TRAVEL REQUIRED: Less than 10%
PAY GRADE: Global Grade 4
LOCATION(S): GF Plant - Moses Lake
COUNTRY: United States
WAGE RANGE OR RATE OF PAY: $90K - $105K annually. Plus annual incentive plan eligibility
The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Attractive total rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) savings plan
- Paid Family Building Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
- Education Assistance
- Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com
The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.
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Search Agriculture Jobs in WashingtonAgriculture Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor Green Card visas in Washington?
Washington's largest agricultural employers have established Green Card sponsorship histories. Companies like Stemilt Growers, Tree Top, Broetje Orchards, and large dairy cooperatives in the Columbia Basin have filed employer-sponsored petitions for skilled roles. Seafood processing companies operating out of Bellingham and the coast also sponsor foreign national workers, typically through EB-2 or EB-3 categories depending on the role's educational requirements.
Which cities in Washington have the most agriculture Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Yakima and the surrounding valley concentrate the highest volume of agriculture Green Card sponsorship activity, driven by apple, cherry, hop, and wine grape production. Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland in the Tri-Cities region support extensive irrigated row crop operations. Wenatchee is another hub for tree fruit employers. On the western side, Burlington and Mount Vernon in Skagit County offer opportunities in berry farming and specialty crops.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Washington?
Roles requiring specialized education or demonstrated expertise are most commonly sponsored. These include agronomists, crop scientists, irrigation engineers, food safety managers, and agricultural operations managers. Positions tied to research, precision agriculture technology, or supply chain management within large grower-shipper operations also qualify. EB-3 unskilled or semi-skilled categories have historically covered certain processing and seasonal roles, though these face longer priority date backlogs.
How do I find agriculture Green Card sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate lists agriculture jobs in Washington specifically filtered by Green Card sponsorship, saving you from manually vetting each employer's sponsorship history. You can search by region, such as Yakima Valley or the Columbia Basin, and filter by role type. Because Green Card sponsorship involves a multi-year employer commitment through PERM labor certification, focusing on established growers, cooperatives, and agribusiness firms in Washington gives you the most realistic opportunities.
Are there any state-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in agriculture jobs in Washington?
Washington's H-2A visa temporary agricultural worker program is heavily used by growers, but H-2A status does not lead to a Green Card. Workers and employers pursuing permanent residence must go through a separate PERM labor certification process with the Department of Labor. Washington's strong union presence in some processing sectors and its prevailing wage requirements can influence how employers structure sponsored positions, making it important to clarify the sponsorship pathway before accepting a role.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card agriculture jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.